Background
The International Rescue Committee, one of the world’s largest humanitarian international NGOs, provides relief, rehabilitation and development support to vulnerable people and communities over 30 countries. We began work in Ethiopia in 2000 in response to severe drought in Ethiopia’s Somali region and are currently providing assistance to Ethiopians and refugees in six regions in Ethiopia, implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response.
Job Overview/Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Country Director and technical supervision (Management in Partnership) of Regional Safety & Security Director, the Senior Security and Access Coordinator will be responsible for overall security matters and access aspects of IRC Country program in Ethiopia. The major focus of this role is to enable the country program and its staff to securely and safely deliver programs in a complex environment, and to proactively identify and address deficiencies and risks. The position will be part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) of the country program and will contribute in the growth of IRC’s overall profile and portfolio in the country by devising and employing efficient and effective strategies and policies for ensure operational continuity and quality delivery of programs.
Major Responsibilities:
The Senior Security and Access Coordinator will perform major responsibilities outlined under three key areas below:
Safety & Security
Crisis Preparedness and Response:
Access/Liaison
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
Preferred
Language Skills